Eat & Drink
Sandcastle in Minneapolis serves a burger alternative with a lakeside view
Looks aren't everything, right? The American Indian Fry Bread at Sandcastle might not resemble a burger – think single-serving pizza-meets-open-face-Sloppy Joe – but it comes close to tasting like one. And it's terrific.
Eat & Drink
Brunch favorite Colossal Cafe moves south Minneapolis location
The restaurant has moved into a space much larger than its tiny spot on 42nd Street.
Variety
Swirls of light and dark rye dough make a looker of a loaf
The swirls and curves of dark and light rye add some pizazz where it's least expected, especially with sandwiches.
Eat & Drink
Pilsner makes a comeback in the Twin Cities craft beer scene
Local breweries offer outstanding options to quench your thirst this summer (or anytime).
Taste
Pashen bars offer healthy raw snack
Pashen bars contain 15 different ingredients and are 100 percent vegan.
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Thai green curry makes quick dish
The key is a Thai curry paste that adds convenience — and good flavor — to this dish.
Books
Best of the best: Cookbook winners for 2017
Grab a volume (or two or three) from these lists and head to the kitchen.
Eat & Drink
Try this new twist to the mint julep, in time for Derby day
We love mint juleps. But we also love shaking things up. So this year, why not try a fresh take on the classic cocktail?
Taste
Scramble those eggs with care
Don't limit eggs to the morning menu. They suit meals throughout the entire day.
Eat & Drink
Tavern on Grand represents Minn. on 'best sandwiches in every state' list
The St. Paul restaurant's fried walleye gets the nod in this epic sandwich guide.
Local
After earlier rejection, Minnetonka council votes to allow Total Wine outlet
The store is expected to be finished in five to six months.
Eat & Drink
Minnesota chefs shut out from James Beard awards
Minnesota chefs were shut out of the annual "Oscars of the food world," but notable wins included an Outstanding Restaurant win for Chicago's 30-year-old Topolobampo.
Eat & Drink
St. Paul Japanese noodle shop Tanpopo to close after 17 years
The Lowertown restaurant will serve its last diners May 23.
Eat & Drink
New Rebel Donut Bar in NE Mpls to include doughnut flights, wild flavors
The owners have been selling their tiny doughnuts at farmers markets and breweries since last summer.
Eat & Drink
Coming soon to the Minneapolis food truck scene: cookie dough
Dough Dough, from the couple behind the popular O'Cheeze food truck, will debut on May 17.
Eat & Drink
'Thrilling, and unexpected': Minnesota chefs recall James Beard award wins
James Beard award-winning chefs share what it's like to win the food world's Oscar.
Eat & Drink
Mercy in downtown Mpls. ignites backlash against double-patty cheeseburgers
Chef Mike Rakun uses steak trimmings to beef up the flavor, and the juices. The happy hour price? Even better.
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